Why Should You Never “Rescue” a Fawn Alone?

What Crafty Clover says in this video

Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Why should you never “rescue” a fawn alone?

The Big Idea

You should never rescue a fawn alone because it is usually not abandoned! A mother deer often leaves her fawn hidden for hours while she feeds nearby. The kind choice is to leave it alone.

Hidden Fawn

Step one: a fawn hides. A mother deer leaves her fawn hidden in grass or brush for hours. She feeds nearby while the fawn stays still and quiet, so she does not lead danger to her baby.

Almost No Scent

Step two: stay unseen. The fawn has spots that blend in with sunlight and leaves, and almost no scent. That makes it hard for predators to find.

Leave It Alone

Step three: leave it alone. Picking up a fawn can separate it from its mother. A fawn that is alone is usually not abandoned, so tell a grown-up and walk away.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! White spots look like patches of sunlight. The fawn lies still in tall grass. It has almost no scent for predators to follow. And mom comes back when it is safe.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! The mother comes back when it is safe. Fawns stay still, even if people walk by, because that is how they stay safe. If a fawn looks hurt, a grown-up can call the wildlife office. Keep dogs and pets away from fawns.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Practice the plan with a friend. Spot a fawn, and stay back. Tell a grown-up, who can call the wildlife office if the fawn looks hurt. Why is leaving it alone the kind choice?

Outro

The kindest way to help a fawn is to leave it alone. Science is amazing! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!